I arrived in Nanaimo after about 30 hours on the road non-stop, taking a bus through the Rockies from Calgary, the ferry from Vancouver to Victoria, and then the bus to Nanaimo. I had only booked for one night (my general habit, until I know what I'm getting). I arrived at the hotel, was treated well, asked if I could stay for two nights, that was arranged. I then ran out to have something to eat, got back to the hotel with some beer in hand and CRASHED. After the two nights, and absolutely falling in love with Nanaimo and it's friendliness, I decided to stay longer. I was told that was OK, until I returned to be told that there were "too many beer cans in the room" (which I had collected and put back in the case or in the garbage) and that they had some complaints. I was asked to find another place to stay. Complaints about what, I'm not sure since I spent most of the time sleeping (and yeah, drinking beer). First time in twenty plus years of bopping around Canada and the world that that has ever happened to me. Didn't use so much as a knife or spoon, hung my towels, as I recall, so I could use them later. I have no idea what the problem was.....maybe they had a better offer. It's a shame really, because Nanaimo and it's people are wonderful, and I would certainly recommend it as a destination if you looking for a little peace and quiet.

After reading the reviews on Tripadvisor and reading the description on the Buccaneer website we thought that this would be THE motel of all motels. It is very clean and comfortable but we found it over priced. We had a view suite with king bed and paying $109.95 CAD + taxes in the off season ( February) we thought was out of line. There are hotel rooms to be had in the area for $79 which would be reasonable for this motel in the off season. This is true even for one with a view. Parking can be a bit of an issue as well if the place is full. For us the price made this one just so-so.

From the online reservation procedure to the directions and description of the property - Marlene and Dave have it dialed!

I was searching for a moderately priced room for a shopping excursion/overnight getaway for my boyfriend and I when I stumbled upon this unique property. The marine style decor is tasteful and very fitting to the area (adjacent to Nanaimo's harbour). The attention to detail is great! The room is stocked with everything you may have forgotten (including a wine opener!) We stayed in the "Cozy Studio". Take note: cozy means teeny. I found the bathroom a little difficult to move around in. However, the traffic noise noted on their website didn't bother me at all.

I would stay here again in a heartbeat and have been recommending this spot to all my friends!

Dave and Marlene made us feel very welcome as soon as we arrived at the Buccaneer Inn for the 3rd leg of our honeymoon travelling around BC. Marlene suggested various places to visit during our 2-3 days in Nanaimo - inclusing Newcastle Island, the walk along the promenade and Piper's Lagoon - which were beautiful.

We had a one bed suite... the kitchen suited our needs, bed was lovely, as was the bathroom. We loved the eco-awareness, such as only changing our towels when requested, and having big tubs of moisturiser/soap etc instead of tiny wasteful sachets.

We had a lovely time at the Bucaneer Inn, and would definitely stay here again if and when we pass through Nanaimo.